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Patio with a Potted Garden Ideas and Designs

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DÚPLEX EL FARRÓ
DÚPLEX EL FARRÓ
The Room StudioThe Room Studio
Proyecto realizado por Meritxell Ribé - The Room Studio Construcción: The Room Work Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
Large contemporary back patio in Barcelona with a potted garden, gravel and a pergola.
Eden Condensed Portfolio
Eden Condensed Portfolio
Eden CondensedEden Condensed
Two terra-cotta pots with white pansies and a mini rosemary topiary top a black metal bistro table. Miniature accessories a pebbles add whimsy and texture.
Eagle Rock, CA / Complete Accessory Dwelling Unit Build / Front Patio and Ent
Eagle Rock, CA / Complete Accessory Dwelling Unit Build / Front Patio and Ent
ING ConstructionING Construction
This wonderful accessory dwelling unit is located in Eagle Rock, CA. This patio area is shaded by a natural wood pergola and has a laid stone and pebble flooring finished with beautiful outdoor lounge furniture for relaxation. The exterior features handsome wood panel, stucco and decorative sconces.
Container Arrangement
Container Arrangement
James C. Grimes Land DesignJames C. Grimes Land Design
The bold color & texture combination of these shade-loving plants accent this local restaurant's existing décor.
This is an example of a small contemporary front patio in New York with a potted garden.
Pergola - Niagara-on-the-lake
Pergola - Niagara-on-the-lake
TFSinc - Timber Frame Design and ConstructionTFSinc - Timber Frame Design and Construction
This is a hand crafted outdoor timber framed pergola. Timber Frame Solutions - Niagara on the Lake is a timber frame design and construction company. We specialize in providing high quality timber frame structures, timber frame pergolas, and more to customers in the Niagara peninsula, Toronto and GTA.
Hollyridge Dr.
Hollyridge Dr.
Jared Frank StudioJared Frank Studio
Shot by Ryan Schude A patio and garden in Beachwood Canyon that's been featured in Design Sponge, Work Magazine and Desire to Inspire.
Small eclectic back patio in Los Angeles with a potted garden, decking and no cover.
Urban Retreat
Urban Retreat
Composite Inc.Composite Inc.
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in Philadelphia with a potted garden, tiled flooring and no cover.
Paseo del Vergel
Paseo del Vergel
Pilar Román Design ServicesPilar Román Design Services
Wood beams fusion with a staircase and plant container for this desert style patio. Pilar Román
Small industrial back patio in Other with a potted garden, gravel and a pergola.
Country Club
Country Club
Whiteley & WhiteleyWhiteley & Whiteley
Large classic back patio in Houston with a potted garden, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
HOUSE / O #1　ダイニング / 中庭テラス / キャットウォーク
HOUSE / O #1　ダイニング / 中庭テラス / キャットウォーク
Polite Design Office/ポライトデザインオフィスPolite Design Office/ポライトデザインオフィス
（夫婦+子供2人）4人家族のための新築住宅 photos by Katsumi Simada
This is an example of a medium sized modern courtyard patio in Other with a potted garden, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Patio Planter
Patio Planter
chaparralgirlchaparralgirl
Photo of a small back patio in Cleveland with a potted garden.
FANCY PLANTS
FANCY PLANTS
Wood Art WorldWood Art World
Large 26X17" Indoor Planter Vessel from French Oak Wine Barrel in 5 finishes
Inspiration for a large modern courtyard patio in Atlanta with a potted garden, brick paving and a gazebo.
Exteriors
Exteriors
Neil Adams Construction Inc.Neil Adams Construction Inc.
Inspiration for a large traditional courtyard patio in Other with a potted garden, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Eden Condensed Portfolio
Eden Condensed Portfolio
Eden CondensedEden Condensed
Dwarf rosemary and euonymus topiary in Mediterranean planters. I also added some whimsical touches with a miniature bride and chair and a pebble 'stream' which 'flowed' from the bigger pot to the smaller one.
Pergola - Niagara-on-the-lake
Pergola - Niagara-on-the-lake
TFSinc - Timber Frame Design and ConstructionTFSinc - Timber Frame Design and Construction
This is a hand crafted outdoor timber framed pergola. Timber Frame Solutions - Niagara on the Lake is a timber frame design and construction company. We specialize in providing high quality timber frame structures, timber frame pergolas, and more to customers in the Niagara peninsula, Toronto and GTA.
Our Work - Exteriors
Our Work - Exteriors
ING ConstructionING Construction
Patio area / ADU Exterior Installation of Stone & Gravel flooring, Stucco, Windows, Doors, Wood Paneling, Sconces, Pergola and a fresh exterior paint to finish.
ArrowCreek - Traditional Rustic
ArrowCreek - Traditional Rustic
Neil Adams Construction Inc.Neil Adams Construction Inc.
Design ideas for a large rustic back patio in Other with a potted garden, natural stone paving and a pergola.

Patio with a Potted Garden Ideas and Designs

Patios are the go-to solution for turning your garden, or part of it, into an outdoor living area. A well-laid patio will integrate your home seamlessly into your garden, providing a solid and level surface for garden furniture and potted plants. Well designed patios are about more than just paving slabs – its positioning and layout are crucial to how much you enjoy this space. Before you start picking out patio ideas for materials and laying your patio, ask yourself important questions such as what will you use it for? How many people should it accommodate? Which part of your garden has the best aspect and sunlight? Will the patio have enough privacy?

How should I position my patio?

If you are designing your patio as a space for entertaining then make sure it’s wide enough for the garden furniture you want so you haven’t got guests tipping over into the flowerbeds. Don’t be wedded to the idea of having your patio attached to the house; think about positioning yours elsewhere in the garden if that space doesn’t offer the best aspect or lighting position. Consider the position of the sun through the course of the day and depending on whether you are most likely to want to dine outside at breakfast, have lunch on your patio or host dinner outside, you may want to position your patio differently. You can connect patios to your house with a footpath or stepping stones to allow easy transportation of food and drink.

How should I design and lay my patio?

Rectangles are the classic shape for patios, not least because they make the most efficient use of space and can be softened with garden edging. However, a rounded patio or a paving circle can perfectly complement a garden which isn’t linear in design. Paving slabs come in an extensive range of materials and are the most practical surface for patios. Yorkstone has the most traditional appeal, whereas concrete blocks, granite and slate patio slabs have a great texture and colour for modern gardens. Natural stones such as limestone, travertine and Indian sandstone vary in colour and finish and are a great way to add shade and texture to your patio. For some patio ideas that offer an alternative to block paving, loose material such as crushed stone and wood chippings have a rustic and more casual feel; if there are specific materials that re-occur elsewhere in the garden, you could repeat this in your choice of patio materials for consistency. Finally, it’s not a British summer without the great British barbeque, so look at patio ideas that incorporate barbeques and think about how you could accommodate one on your patio.

What garden furniture does my patio need?

Rattan garden furniture is a patio favourite, offering a durable, attractive finish that blends well into natural surroundings. Metal garden furniture and wooden garden furniture are sturdy alternatives available in many styles. Weight is a good feature in garden furniture to stop it from being blown away, but if you want to be able to move your furniture around the patio and garden to follow the sun you won’t want to go too heavy. Browse the various patio ideas that include garden furniture to see what styles of furniture go with different types of patios. If you find a particular patio set you like, you may be able to ask the designer where the furniture is from so you can look at buying the same set for your patio. Good, outdoor patio furniture crafted in high-quality materials should withstand bad weather, but cold, wet British winters followed by strong sun in the summer will be enough to weather even the best furniture, so it’s important to have somewhere, such as a shed, to store it when not in use for long periods of time. If you don’t have the space to store patio furniture, make sure that at least the cushions and umbrellas are stowed away out of the elements, and consider investing in a waterproof cover. One piece of furniture that might be able to stay out for a bit longer is a patio heater; it will warm any brave patio users and most modern designs are built to survive the cold weather. If you prefer something a bit more rustic than a patio heater, look at fire pits instead which will add warmth and an attractive centrepiece to your patio. If privacy or shade is an issue, then covering patio furniture with a parasol or sheltering patios with a gazebo or pergola are both smart patio ideas – these can be covered in climbing flowers or even wound with outdoor fairy lights for romantic evening lighting.
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